Bus carrying young athletes crashes in Hungary, driver killed, 23 injured
The Story
A bus carrying young athletes to a competition in Hungary veered into the opposing lane and hit a tree, killing the driver and injuring 23 others. The crash occurred near the town of Hird at around 5:20 a.m. local time, and the cause has not yet been determined, according to police.
Key Facts
- The accident happened early Saturday near Hird in southwestern Hungary.
- 28 people were on the bus: 19 youth competitors from the aerobics division of the Pécs Sports School, three coaches, six parents, and the driver.
- The driver was killed; 23 passengers suffered injuries.
- One youth athlete suffered a broken femur, broken fingers, concussions, bruises, and abrasions.
- Two coaches were more seriously injured, with their condition being continuously monitored.
- All passengers were transferred to hospitals by paramedics.
- President Tamás Sulyok called the accident “heartbreaking” in a Facebook post.
Conflicting Reports
No conflicting reports identified in the source article.
Still Unclear
The cause of the accident has not yet been determined.
Misconceptions
No widespread misconceptions addressed in the source article.
Key Figures
Tamás Sulyok – Hungarian President
Sources: abcnews.com
